SurfacedBy vs Visby AI
More platforms with deeper analytics vs funnel-based tracking with content generation. Here's how they compare.
The Quick Verdict
Visby AI and SurfacedBy both make AI visibility accessible but with different strengths. Visby offers funnel-based tracking, social proof monitoring, and built-in content generation. However, it only monitors 3 platforms (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) with no Perplexity or Google AI coverage yet. SurfacedBy monitors 5 platforms at a lower price ($25/mo vs $79/mo), includes Perplexity and Google AI Mode, and provides 8 research-backed recommendation types with executive briefs. If you want funnel-stage visibility with social proof tracking, Visby fills that niche. If you want broader coverage and actionable optimization guidance at a lower price, SurfacedBy is the stronger choice.
Feature Comparison
How the two platforms compare across monitoring, analytics, and pricing.
| Feature | SurfacedBy | Visby AI |
|---|---|---|
| Monitoring | ||
| AI platforms monitored | 5 (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, AI Mode) | 3 (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini only) |
| Perplexity tracking | All paid plans | Roadmap only |
| Google AI Overviews / AI Mode | Professional+ | Roadmap only |
| Check frequency | Daily Check + Full Check | Monthly prompt execution |
| Analytics & Insights | ||
| AI Visibility Score | ||
| Funnel-based tracking (TOFU/MOFU/BOFU) | ||
| Social proof monitoring (G2, Trustpilot) | Citations view | |
| AI Content Readiness Score | ||
| Actionable recommendations | 8 types with action steps | Automated GEO tasks |
| Executive Brief | ||
| Weekly Action Brief | ||
| AI-generated articles | 5-25/mo by plan | |
| AI traffic revenue analysis | Native attribution on all paid plans (plus GA4) | Via GA4 |
| Pricing & Access | ||
| Starting price | $25/mo (5 platforms) | $79/mo (3 platforms) |
| Free audit (no sign-up) | ||
| Free trial | 7 days | 7 days |
Monitoring
AI platforms monitored
Perplexity tracking
Google AI Overviews / AI Mode
Check frequency
Analytics & Insights
AI Visibility Score
Funnel-based tracking (TOFU/MOFU/BOFU)
Social proof monitoring (G2, Trustpilot)
AI Content Readiness Score
Actionable recommendations
Executive Brief
Weekly Action Brief
AI-generated articles
AI traffic revenue analysis
Pricing & Access
Starting price
Free audit (no sign-up)
Free trial
Pricing Comparison
SurfacedBy starts at $25/mo with 5 platforms. Visby starts at $79/mo with 3 platforms.
SurfacedBy
5 platforms, actionable recommendations
1 domain , 15 prompts , 3 platforms (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity) , Daily Check + Full Check
5 domains , 100 prompts , All 5 platforms (adds Claude + AI Mode) + AI Overviews , Content, community + outreach
10 fully monitored domains , 350 prompts , All 5 platforms + AI Overviews , Command center + read/write API
All plans include a 7-day free trial. Free audit with 30 real AI checks across ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini.
Visby AI
3 platforms, funnel tracking + content
15 prompts , 1 domain , 3 platforms , 5 articles/mo
90 prompts , 3 domains , 3 platforms , 15 articles/mo
250+ prompts , 5+ domains , Expert consultation
7-day free trial on Starter. AppSumo lifetime deal also available.
SurfacedBy gives you 5 platforms for $25/mo. Visby gives you 3 platforms for $79/mo.
Where SurfacedBy leads
5 Platforms vs 3
SurfacedBy monitors ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, and Google AI Mode. Visby only covers ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, with Perplexity and Google AI Overviews still on their roadmap.
More Coverage, Lower Price
Get 5 AI platforms for $25/mo. Visby charges $79/mo for 3 platforms. That is more platforms for less than a third of the cost.
Actionable Recommendations
8 research-backed recommendation types, executive briefs, and weekly action plans tell you what to improve. Visby offers automated GEO tasks but not structured recommendation types.
Where Visby AI leads
Funnel-Based Tracking & Social Proof
Visby breaks down visibility by customer journey stage (TOFU/MOFU/BOFU) and monitors which Reddit, G2, and Trustpilot reviews are being cited by AI platforms.
Content Generation & Revenue Analysis
Built-in GEO-optimized article generation (5-25/mo) and AI traffic revenue analysis via GA4 integration. See which AI visits convert into actual revenue.
Which one should you choose?
Choose SurfacedBy if...
- You need Perplexity and Google AI Mode monitoring
- You want broader platform coverage (5 vs 3 platforms)
- You want to start at $25/mo instead of $79/mo
- You want native AI traffic and conversion attribution, not GA4 alone
- You need executive briefs and weekly action plans
- You want AI Content Readiness scoring
- You prefer a free audit before committing
Choose Visby AI if...
- You want funnel-based tracking (TOFU/MOFU/BOFU)
- You want AI-generated content articles built in
- You want automated GEO tasks with team assignment
SurfacedBy is our own product. We've done our best to represent competitors accurately based on their public pricing pages and documentation as of June 2026. We encourage you to try each tool yourself. Pricing and features may have changed since publication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Visby AI track Perplexity or Google AI Mode?
Not yet. Visby AI currently monitors only 3 platforms: ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Perplexity and Google AI Overviews are listed on their roadmap but are not available today. SurfacedBy monitors all 5 major platforms including Perplexity and Google AI Mode.
What is Visby's funnel-based tracking?
Visby breaks down your AI visibility by customer journey stage: top-of-funnel (awareness), middle-of-funnel (consideration), and bottom-of-funnel (decision). This helps you understand where in the buying process AI mentions your brand. SurfacedBy does not currently offer funnel-stage categorization.
Does Visby offer content generation?
Yes. Visby includes GEO-optimized article generation (5-25 articles/mo depending on plan). However, users on AppSumo have noted the AI writing quality could be better. SurfacedBy does not generate content but provides 8 types of specific recommendations on what content to create and how to improve existing pages.
Which tool offers more platforms for less money?
SurfacedBy reaches all 5 major platforms (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, Google AI Mode): 3 on the $25/mo Starter and all 5 on Professional. Visby caps at 3 platforms (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) starting at $79/mo. You get a lower entry price and broader coverage at the top with SurfacedBy.
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